About Blato
Blato is located forty kilometres from Korcula Town. This pretty town is home to many islanders, many who sing or perform in the traditional battle dance Kumpanija. Wandering around the hilly streets during your holiday to Korcula will provide you with great views. Many pilgrims flock to Blato to pay their respects at the temple dedicated to Maria Petković. With few cafes or restaurants in town, most visitors stay in the nearby seaside resorts that have more to offer.
Why Stay in Blato?
Blato is a pretty and historic town but is not the most ideal place to stay. The lack of tourist facilities means most people head to the coast. There is plenty of accommodation options in Prigradica, to the north, or Prizba and Grscica to the south. The nearby bays also provide plenty of swimming and relaxing opportunities. However, the town of Blato is certainly worth a visit however for a day or afternoon.
Read more about where to stay on Korcula Island.
Top 5 Things To Do in Blato
Visit the Ethno House Barilo
Hidden amongst the tightly knitted stone houses is a charming folk and ethnographic museum called Ethno House “Barilo”. Here, the house once lived in by the Barilo family has been turned into a living museum displaying various items. For example, they have a display of farming tools as well as a kitchen and bedroom embellished with artefacts. After a tour of the house, you can sample an array of homemade liqueurs and other delights including caramelised almonds and flavoured honey. Some of which are a must purchase!
Wander around the town square
On the central paved square sits the All Saints Church which dates from the fourteenth-century and a charming baroque Loggia built-in 1700. The relics of the town’s Patron Saint are held in a Chapel in the Church. The parish church is fairly traditional and worth a visit and the square provides picturesque photo opportunities.
Learn about Marija Petkovic
Take a moment for contemplation and visit the Sanctuary of Blessed Marija of Jesus Crucified Petkovic. Born in Blato in 1892, Maria Petkovicć tirelessly devoted her life to helping others, particularly orphaned and poor children. The sanctuary is housed in the monastery where Maria founded the Congregation of the Daughters of Mercy. Follow the signs a short walk from the centre of the town.
Watch the Kumpanija
Be sure to watch the Kumpanija, the knightly sword dance. It is performed on the town’s Saint Day celebration on the 28th April, as well as on other festive days throughout the summer.
Take a swim
After a few hours of exploring the streets of Blato taking in the history and culture, why not head to another glorious Korcula bay such as Prizba and take a dip in the Adriatic sea. It’s no surprise that Croatia has officially been recognised as having some of the cleanest shorelines and surrounding seas in Europe.
Korcula Island Guide
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Further Information
Things to do on Korcula Island
Beaches on Korcula Island
Bays on Korcula Island
How to get to Korcula Island & Tips for Travelling Around
Where to stay on Korcula Island.